Q: How can I quickly see the total size of all the databases I have on Microsoft SQL Server?

A: The simplest way to see the total size of all databases on SQL Server is to run the sp_helpdb procedure. To do this, perform the following:

1. Launch the SQL Server Management Studio (part of the SQL Server tools installation).
2. Connect to your database server.
3. Select the New Query button.
4. Type the following:

   exec sp_helpdb

5. Press the Execute button or just press F5.
6. The database size of all your databases will be displayed in the results, as the screen shot shows below.

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